Sheng Kuo, M.D.
NPI 1134317944 · Nephrology Physician · Bronx, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sheng Kuo, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Bronx, NY (NPI 1134317944).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134317944
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2422521 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,392 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 566 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 218 | $128 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 145 | $79 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 139 | $8 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 111 | $175 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 293 | 70 |
| Losartan Potassium | 238 | 76 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 120 | 42 |
| Eplerenone | 115 | 29 |
| Valsartan | 112 | 31 |
| Furosemide | 85 | 30 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 78 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$176 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-10-05
- Last updated
- 2024-05-16
- Certified
- 2024-05-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sheng Kuo's NPI number?
- Sheng Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134317944, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sheng Kuo's specialty?
- Sheng Kuo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sheng Kuo located?
- Sheng Kuo's practice location on file with NPPES is 1874 Pelham Pkwy S, Bronx, NY 10461-3733.
- What is Sheng Kuo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sheng Kuo is (718) 931-5800.
- Does Sheng Kuo accept Medicare?
- Sheng Kuo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sheng Kuo's NPI active?
- Yes — Sheng Kuo's NPI (1134317944) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.